International Computer Driving Licence

Information Technology

	Identify various kinds of computers from mainframes to microcomputers
	Distinguish between computer hardware and software
	Identify the main parts of a personal computer
	Identify the steps in developing a computer-based system
	List several ways that networking extends the capabilities of a personal computer
	List several precautions to follow to prevent damage to a computer
	List several ways to protect data from being corrupted stolen or destroyed
	Distinguish differences among copyrighted software shareware and freeware

Computers & File Management

	Start shut down and restart a personal computer
	Display information about the operating system and the desktop
	Format a diskette
	Use application help
	Move and use icons to start programs
	Identify the parts of an application window
	Manage folders and files
	Edit and print data

Introduction to Word Processing

	Start and exit a word processing application
	Create save and close a document
	Open revise and save a document to another file type
	Use application help
	Change display settings
	Use templates
	Format characters and paragraphs
	Search and replace text

Advanced Word Processing

	Apply styles
	Prepare a document for printing
	Check spelling in a document
	Preview and print a document
	Create manipulate and format a table
	Add and manipulate graphics and objects
	Use a mailing list

Creating Spreadsheets

	Create and save a spreadsheet
	Open revise and close a spreadsheet
	Use application help
	Change display settings
	Insert select copy move and delete data
	Undo and redo actions
	Search and replace data
	Sort data

Calculating Spreadsheets

	Create and copy a formula
	Use functions such as SUM AVERAGE and IF
	Format data
	Preview and prepare a spreadsheet for printing
	Import an object and text file into a spreadsheet
	Create adjust move and delete a chart

Using Databases

	Open and close a database
	Revise and save records
	Use application help
	Create a database
	Update a database
	Create use and revise a data entry form
	Create and refine a query
	Select and sort data
	Create and edit a report

Building Presentations

	Create and save a presentation document
	Open revise and close a presentation document
	Change display settings
	Export a presentation document to an application or Web site
	Create a presentation
	Add text and an image to a slide
	Use a master slide
	Copy move and delete text images and slides
	Format a presentation document

Delivering Presentations

	Draw and change objects in a presentation
	Create and change graphics and charts
	Preview and print a presentation document
	Add special effects and deliver the slide show

Electronic Communication

	Open and close a Web browsing application
	Display a Web page
	Search the Web for information and navigate among pages
	Open and close an electronic mail application
	Create and send a message
	Use an address book
	Use a distribution list
	Receive and save a message
	Reply to or forward a message